Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
Help build a route planner for wheelchair users? We are looking for testers
Researchers are seeking testers to help develop a personalized and accessible route planner for wheelchair users. The project aims to improve how route information is presented to better meet the need...
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia for another month
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until June 14. The airline had previously scheduled to resume operations on May 16, but has now pushed that date bac...
Indoor golf on the rise: "Golf used to be an old man's sport, this is more affordable"
Indoor golf is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam as a more accessible and affordable alternative to traditional golf, especially among younger players. While some traditionalists still prefe...
Four cars burnt out on Cornelis Lelylaan
Four cars were destroyed by fire on Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam's Osdorp district early Monday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a suspected case of arson and are calling for witnes...
Revolutionary therapy gave René (57) his life back: 'I had been shaking since childhood'
Amsterdam UMC has begun treating patients with essential tremors using revolutionary High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) therapy. This treatment can significantly reduce or stop uncontrollable sh...
Student union to municipalities: relax room rental rules
The National Student Union (LSVb) is calling on Dutch municipalities to relax room-sharing regulations to address the ongoing student housing shortage. A study of fifteen cities, including Amsterdam, ...
The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified
A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...
Italian woman (33) scammed out of €4,400 over Amsterdam rental: ‘I have no rights in this country’
Daniela Masciari, a 33-year-old Italian woman, was scammed out of nearly €4,400 after paying a fraudulent realtor for a rental property in Amsterdam that was already occupied. After being turned awa...
Part of North without power after loud bang
A power outage hit several streets in Amsterdam-Noord, including Havikslaan, after a loud bang caused by a snapped underground electrical cable. Emergency services cordoned off the area while grid ope...
Number of women's toilets at events 'has reached its limit'
Amsterdam Alderman Melanie van der Horst stated that the city has reached its spatial capacity for temporary toilets during major events like King's Day and Pride. While the number of mobile units wil...
Russian protest artist Pavel Krisevich (25) denied entry to the Netherlands
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied a temporary visa to Russian protest artist and former political prisoner Pavel Krisevich. Consequently, his scheduled performance at the De Balie debat...
After King's Day 'extreme disruption' around A10 South and at South station
Major traffic and train disruptions are expected around Amsterdam's A10 South and Station Zuid following King's Day due to construction on the Zuidasdok project. Commuters face significant lane closur...
Heliomare also hit by Chipsoft hack; patient portal temporarily offline
A cyberattack on software provider Chipsoft has potentially compromised personal and patient data at the Heliomare rehabilitation center. In response, Heliomare has temporarily taken its patient porta...
King's Night in Amsterdam: the places to be!
King's Night celebrations in Amsterdam feature numerous events on Sunday, April 26, catering to the holiday's high popularity. The article provides a curated list of activities for those planning to a...
Overtoomse Sluis Bridge closed again for over a week
The Overtoomse Sluis bridge in Amsterdam will be closed to cars and trams from April 24 to May 4 to facilitate the transport of a bridge section for the A10 South expansion. While pedestrians and cycl...
Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel closed, traffic jams in the area
The Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel near Amsterdam Central Station is closed in both directions due to a camera system failure, causing significant traffic congestion on surrounding streets. Traffic control...
Drama school De Trap saved from closure: over 130,000 euros raised
Theaterschool De Trap in Amsterdam has successfully raised over 131,000 euros through a crowdfunding campaign, allowing the institution to avoid closure after facing financial difficulties. The 40-yea...
Drama school De Trap won't have to close: over 130,000 euros raised
Theaterschool De Trap in Amsterdam has successfully raised over €131,000 through a crowdfunding campaign, preventing the 40-year-old institution from permanent closure. The funds will be used to set...
'Discover Spaarnwoude Park' showcases recreation area in all its glory: from art collections to model trains and paddleboarding
The 'Ontdek Spaarnwoude Park' event celebrated the start of the recreation season in the green space situated between Amsterdam, Hoofddorp, and Velsen-Zuid. Various local businesses, clubs, and organi...
Journalist and radio producer Jan Donkers dies at 82
Former journalist and radio presenter Jan Donkers has passed away in Amsterdam at the age of 82. Throughout his decades-long career, he was a pioneering music critic, author, and American expert who w...
Possible shots fired during dispute on Rhoneweg
Police arrested a suspect following reports of a possible shooting during an argument on the Rhoneweg in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Monday morning. No injuries were reported, and authorities are currentl...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from April 20 to 24
This article offers activity recommendations for Amsterdam during the week of April 20th to 24th, ahead of the King's Day celebrations. It highlights the favorable weather forecast as an incentive for...
Explosion at home on Leeuw van Vlaanderenstraat in West
An explosion occurred early this morning at a residence on Leeuw van Vlaanderenstraat in Amsterdam's Kolenkitbuurt district. The street has a history of multiple explosions, leading to previous securi...
Hamerkwartier residents concerned about new district: 'You see the heart of North slipping away'
Residents of the Hamerkwartier in Amsterdam-Noord held a manifestation to express concerns over plans to build 6,000 new homes and high-rise towers reaching up to 130 meters. Locals and small business...
For their new exhibition 'Relics', Darwin, Sinke & Van Tongeren turned dinosaur fossils into artworks: 'I've learned I'm not a welder'
The new exhibition 'Relics' at the Art Zoo Museum in Amsterdam features dinosaur fossils transformed into artworks by Haarlem-based artists Jaap Sinke and Ferry van Tongeren. The artists used speciali...
Frans Banninck Cocq Medal for director of Dutch National Ballet
Rachel Beaujean, director of the Dutch National Ballet, was awarded the Frans Banninck Cocqpenning on Sunday for her years of dedication to the company. The honor was presented by Amsterdam's deputy m...
Bloemendaal not yet safe after defeat against Amsterdam. ‘We’re just going to go for it’
Bloemendaal suffered a 0-2 defeat against Amsterdam in the nineteenth round of the competition, marking their eighth loss of the season. With three matches remaining, coach André Morees' team sits ei...
Magnet fishers pull old grenade from water near Stopera
Magnet fishers discovered a likely World War II-era grenade in the Zwanenburgwal near the Stopera in Amsterdam. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is currently on-site to secure the device, an...
Fire at house in Geuzenveld, cannabis plantation possible cause
A fire broke out at a home in the Geuzenveld neighborhood of Amsterdam on Saturday evening, potentially caused by an illegal cannabis plantation. Police arrested a man for involvement in the incident,...
Body found in water at Lijnbaansgracht
A body was discovered on Monday morning in the water of the Lijnbaansgracht canal in Amsterdam. Police divers recovered the victim near Weteringstraat, and an investigation is currently underway to de...